National Sales Director

UK Sales Director – Telecommunications & Network Infrastructure

Do you have experience of Category 6 or 6A Solutions? Are you a driven and inspirational sales leader with a strong background in telecommunications or network infrastructure? Do you have the expertise to drive business growth and lead a high-performing sales team? If so, we want to hear from you!

Optimum TA are working with a well-established organisation in the telecommunications and network solutions sector. Our client is a recognised provider of innovative connectivity solutions, supporting a range of industries with high-quality, reliable products.

The Role

We are seeking a strategic UK Sales Director to lead our client’s UK sales team. This role is responsible for developing and executing a sales strategy that drives business growth. The successful candidate will work closely with internal teams and external partners to expand market presence, strengthen customer relationships, and lead a dynamic sales team to success.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement sales strategies to drive growth and market expansion.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities.
• Manage sales budgets and targets.
• Oversee tender and bid processes with relevant stakeholders.
• Deliver accurate sales forecasts and performance reports.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers/accounts and industry partners.
• Stay informed on market trends, competitor activity, and regulatory developments.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing sales team, ensuring clear objectives and accountability.
• Provide strategic direction and hands-on leadership to drive performance and achieve revenue goals.
• Support strategic decision-making and business planning.

The Ideal Candidate

• Must have sales leadership experience with telecommunications or network infrastructure experience.
• Strong commercial and strategic thinking skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship management abilities.
• Proven experience leading, managing, and developing a sales team to exceed targets.
• Proven track record of delivering results in a competitive market.
• Experience managing budgets, forecasts, and performance metrics.
• Ability to drive sales initiatives and develop business opportunities.

If you’re an experienced sales leader looking for your next challenge, apply today!